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Latest post on 03 November 2014 - 14:57

Can anyone recommend a last minute over night stay somewhere relaxing (and dare i say romantic) that wont break the bank? I dont mean flying, but local, happy to drive out - was thinking about booking for Friday as surprise treat

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Latest post on 27 July 2014 - 16:28

Thanks everyone for your messages, great advice, and im very much looking forward to our trip

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Latest post on 27 July 2014 - 11:38

Hi all, im taking my 2 boys to Sri Lanka very soon for 2 week trip (ages 10/13). We're off to Pitiwella - its our first visit so very excited, is there anything i should be aware of?? for example, tipping - how much (dont want to offend?), i've not exchanged any currency yet and someone told me there is a limit to how much we should take, should we take all Srilankan Rupees or some USD?? any advice appreciated. (suggested trips too would be great) Many thanks !

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Latest post on 19 November 2013 - 14:56

I agree with ChuckyDucky in that homework must be completely done (not hurried through), chores finished, and room picked up with bed made. I never liked video games myself but maybe because atari and pac man weren't that interesting (I feel old now). I have 4 kids age 6-12 and they love their xbox. We limit use of it during the week to no more than an hour after school. This is not easy and we have actually gotten into some major blowouts because they wanted to keep playing. If they want to do 'extra credit' to get more time they can. We offer sit-ups/push-ups and jumping jacks. Sounds mean but it works for us and the kids get some exercise on hot days. I also use it as a carrot to keep behavior in line and this works most of the time. I do have to say that mine discovered Minecraft and the 4 of them play together making the most amazing creations. I don't like violent games but ones like Minecraft where they create and build together are really amazing. Thanks ToutSweetParis, i'll try the extra credit bit, and yes, he's discovered Minecraft,and generally plays nicer with his younger 10yr old brother. Although im sure they'd both play all night if i let them ! Thanks very much for your advice <em>edited by AugGirl on 19/11/2013</em>

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Latest post on 19 November 2013 - 14:56

As long as he does his homework, keeps getting good grades, does any chores you give him and is semi-decent company at dinner etc. (as much as a 12 year old can be...) then I would let it go. Kids play with each other on Xbox live all the time so he is not as isolated as you may think. I'm sure most other moms on here will disagree with me, but I used to do nothing but play video games during certain phases as a teenager and I got great grades, have plenty of friends, am not socially awkward, married a lovely man and I'm now a mom myself and can't wait till my son can game with me :) Video games are not evil. Thanks very much for your input ChuckyDucky - its good to hear others are going through similar experiences

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Latest post on 06 January 2013 - 09:55

Hi, can anyone recommend anyone that does off-shore mortgages? I live in Dubai, but am thinking about buying a small property in the UK to rent out for a while Can anyone recommend anyone? Appreciate the advice

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Latest post on 03 December 2011 - 12:19

great! thanks for the replies

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Latest post on 26 July 2011 - 10:49

My agent wanted to charge 1000AED, but i queried this, especially as my rent had increased. i was lucky and my landlord agreed to pay it for me. However a friend of mine (with smaller house) was being charged 2000aed by their agent... he's negotiating with them. It really does seem unfair when you consider what little work the agent has to do when renewing.

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Latest post on 16 May 2011 - 20:53

Hi, i'm single and looking to make new friends too... are any of you based in Dubai?

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Latest post on 12 May 2011 - 19:36

Thank you for everyones advice - it is very much appreciated,

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Latest post on 11 May 2011 - 12:32

Please! can anyone recommend a child behavioural psychologist?

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